1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 38 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Sierra | TR7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |