1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 474 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
