1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 79 L |
