1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 21 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
