1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 214 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.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
