1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1295 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |
