1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
