1982 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 616 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |