1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 20 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |