1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 442 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
