1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Sierra | Griffith |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 57 L |