1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
