1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
