1993 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 145 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
