1980 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 151 kg more than 1971 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
