1985 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
