2000 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 314 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
