1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
