1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
