1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Model F |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
