1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1466 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3129 mm |
