1978 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Premacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |