1992 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
