1968 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 323 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |