1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Sierra | P4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |