1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 735 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
