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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 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 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
