1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 44 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | MR-S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |