1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 792 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
