1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 121 weights approximately 80 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 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 121 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
