1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, both 1998 Mazda 323 and 1998 Honda Capa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa.
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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 323 | Capa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |