1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1090 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 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2915 mm |
