1988 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
