1987 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
