1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 216 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
