1989 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
