1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 9 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 345 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Cresta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |