1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
