1969 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 41 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 367 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 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. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
