1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
