1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 270 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai
Make Ford Nissan
Model Sierra Qashqai
Year Released 1987 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 277 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 15.6:1
Top Speed 240 km/hour 191 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2640 mm


 

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