1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 20 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | B2300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |