1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 81 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Colorado |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |