1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
