1978 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
