1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 596 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Sierra | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Actyon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |