1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 429 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |