1983 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 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 97 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
