1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 300 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
