1990 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
