1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1297 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |