1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1990 Ford Sierra

To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvair 1990 Ford Sierra
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvair Sierra
Year Released 1968 1990
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2375 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2620 mm


 

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