1995 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
