Mazda Capella Hatchback 1.8 16V (115 Hp)


Mazda Capella:

The Mazda Capella, also known as the 626 in Europe, North America and Southeast Asia, is a mid-size car that was manufactured by Mazda from 1970 until 2002. Sold in the Japanese domestic market under the Capella name, the vehicle was also commonly known in other major markets as the Mazda 626. Ford, Mazda's partner at the time, also used the Capella platform to create the Ford Telstar and Ford Probe. 4,345,279 of the 626 and Telstar models were sold worldwide.
Designed to compete against Japanese mid-size stalwarts such as the Honda Accord, Toyota Corona, and Nissan Bluebird, the Capella was succeeded by the Mazda6 in 2002....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Hatchback Overview:

Mazda Capella (Hatchback). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (115 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon: 1988 - 1997).

General:
Brand:Mazda
Model:Capella
Generation:Hatchback
Modification (Engine):1.8 16V (115 Hp)
Start of production:1989
End of production:1994
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 6500 rpm.
Power per litre:64 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Engine displacement:1798
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:83 mm mm
Piston Stroke:83.1 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio:10.3 kg/Hp, 96.6 Hp/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1190
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4515 mm mm [75mm less]
Width:1690 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1375 mm mm [55mm less]
Wheelbase:2575 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1465 mm
Rear (Back) track:1465 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Tires size185/65 R15
Wheel rims size5.5J x 15

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