1968 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |