1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1599 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |