1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 572 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
