2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 221 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
