1984 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
