1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 392 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
