1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
