1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 27 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1051 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Savana |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |