1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 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 19 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
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1984 Ford Sierra | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Korando |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |