1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 17 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 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Fit |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |