2009 Ford Escape vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 56 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
