1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 28 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
