1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
