1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
