1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
