1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 180 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
