1982 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 36 kg more than 1982 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, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
