1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 605 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Hilux |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |