1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |