1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
