1989 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
