1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 26 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 45 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
