1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 989 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
