1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Cherry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |