1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
