2000 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 828 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
