1978 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 565 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 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |