1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
