1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
