1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 989 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 240 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 937 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sierra | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
