1985 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Capri | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 626 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |