1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 15 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 592 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.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
