1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
