1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 154 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.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |