1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |