1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Nissan Stanza
To start off, both 1984 Ford Sierra and 1984 Nissan Stanza were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 353 kg more than 1984 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1984 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Stanza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |