1990 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 65 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.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |