1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 255 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 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
