1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
