1986 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
