1985 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |
