1981 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | Premacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |