1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 209 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |