1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 307 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Camry, 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
