1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 754 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Escape |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2619 mm |