1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
