1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 162 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.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
