1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 391 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.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |