1990 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
