1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
