1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Sierra | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |