1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
