1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 395 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
