1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 218 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Sierra 1962 Vauxhall Velox
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Sierra Velox
Year Released 1984 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1294 cc 2651 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.1 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 48 L


 

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