1978 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 84 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, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 929 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
