1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | GTO |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |