1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 1969 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
