1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Sierra | G34 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
