1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-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 68 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-350 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |