1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
