1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 37 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 653 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
