1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
