2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 576 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
