1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Nissan President
To start off, 1995 Nissan President is newer by 8 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 800 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | President |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |