1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
