1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
