1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 10 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 21 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 239 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Starlet |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |