1983 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri 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 93 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
