1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 798 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, 2013 Ford Escape (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
