2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 Mercury 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | B3000 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
