1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Mazda 818
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 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 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 (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 818 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
