1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
