1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 29 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
