2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
