1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
