1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph GT6 (107 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6.
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, 1971 Triumph GT6 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Sierra | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
