1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 499 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
