1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 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 |
