2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 246 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
