1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 15 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
