1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
