1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 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 | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
