1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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 3,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1115 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
