1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 24 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 161 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Versa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
