1968 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 626 weights approximately 165 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |