1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 479 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
