1981 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 818 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
