1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 22 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Venza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
