1993 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
