1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 987 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
