1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | President |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
