1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR3 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3.
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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Sierra | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
