1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | B2300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |