1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 765 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.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Previa |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |