1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 25 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
