1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 211 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |