2009 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 62 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
