1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 222 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 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, 1989 Fiat Croma, 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
