1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 925 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | Viano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
