1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| 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 | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
