1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang.
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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
