1998 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Familia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |