2004 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 728 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
