1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 22 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 466 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
