2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 565 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |