2000 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
