1969 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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 (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
