1979 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 323 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |