2006 Ford Escape vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 2056 kg more than 1976 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 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 |
