1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 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 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 47 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, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-3 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 RX-3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |