1975 Ford Capri vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
