1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 230 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Sierra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |