1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
