1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
