2006 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 444 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
