1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 36 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 74 L |
