1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
