1968 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 491 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
