1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 19 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tamora weights approximately 60 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
