1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Corvette |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |