2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 698 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
