1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
