1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Sierra | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
