1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 31 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2610 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |