1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
