1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
