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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 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 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). 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 | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
