1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
