1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 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 2 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 259 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | DART |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2703 mm |
