1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 240 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.
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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | S2000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |