1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |