1983 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 111 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 121 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
