1986 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1986 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
