1978 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323.
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, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 323 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |