1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 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 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
