1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 7 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Sierra | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
