1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 86 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |