1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 293 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Primera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |