1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 260 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
