1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 254 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |