1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
