1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 14 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 130 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Sierra | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
