1985 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
