1989 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Ford Escort and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |