1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
