1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |