1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 70 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 1990 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 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |