1978 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
