1983 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 18 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
