1978 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | Luce |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |