1969 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
