1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | 929 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |