1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 21 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
