1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 515 kg more than 1991 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 Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Frontier |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |