1979 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
