1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 953 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2009 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Kyron |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |