1986 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
