1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 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), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1210 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |