1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 11 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Sierra | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |