2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
