1983 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121.
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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 121 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
