1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 5 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 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 110 S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1962 cc |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |