1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 511 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 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Venza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
