1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 148 kg more than 1988 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | 350i |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
