1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 38 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 318 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, 2007 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | B2300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |