1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 325 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
