1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
