1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
