1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |