1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 117 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Sierra 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make Ford Toyota
Model Sierra Corolla
Year Released 1989 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 195 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1128 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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