1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 374 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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | Sky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
