1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 299 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 936 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 |
