2003 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 330 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Sierra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |