1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 24 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Fit |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |