1968 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 71 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
