1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 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, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
