1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
