1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 890 kg more than 1992 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, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |