1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 350 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
