1980 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 323 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 323 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |