1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
