1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
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-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 90 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.
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-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 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-4 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |