1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 730 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
