2011 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 584 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.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2410 mm |
