1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 313 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3700 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 | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
