1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Pickup |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |