1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
