1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 257 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
