1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2000 Mazda 626, 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
