1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
