1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 210 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
