1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
