1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 150 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
