1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | 350Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |