1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
