1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 16 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 655 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |