1985 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1985 Ford Escort and 1985 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 114 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 323 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |