1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (98 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
