1977 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |