1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 434 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 Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |
