1995 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 286 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
