1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |