1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 13 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 712 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | MPV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
