1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
