1993 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort.
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, 1993 Ford Escort, 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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
