1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Sierra | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |