1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
