1969 Mazda 110 S vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 164 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 110 S | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 110 S | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
