1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 139 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Sierra | G21 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
