1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
