1975 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Roadster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |