1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Griffith weights approximately 45 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.
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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Sierra | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Sierra | Griffith |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |