1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 818 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2824 mm |
