1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 83 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
