1975 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Mazda 121 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 94 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 121, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 121 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
