1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |