1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
