1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 908 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
