1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Ford Escape

To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 698 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 2011 Ford Escape
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia Escape
Year Released 1976 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 2500 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4437 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2619 mm