1985 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
