1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 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, 1982 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Model F |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
