1959 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
