1969 Ford Capri vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
