2009 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
