1986 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 616 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
