1974 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | MPV |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |