1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 79 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
