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 110 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 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 | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 74 L |
