1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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 (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
