1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 347 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 370Z |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |