1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
