1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
