1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 929 | Escape |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3505 mm |