1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
