1980 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 26 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
