1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Camry |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |