1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |