1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 8 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 662 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |