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, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |