1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 264 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
