2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
