1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, both 1993 Ford Sierra and 1993 Mazda Lantis were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 16 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Sierra | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | Lantis |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |