1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
