1992 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 818 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
