1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 584 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.
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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Premacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |