1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Altezza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |