1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
