1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
