1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 265 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 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 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 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 929 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |