1978 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 73 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 134 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
