1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 115 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |