1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 919 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3052 mm |
