1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
