1968 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 249 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
