1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 669 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |