1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
