Ford Capri (Australia)

Ford Capri
1989–1992 Ford Capri (SA) convertible, (pre-facelift)
Overview
Manufacturer	Ford Australia
Also called	Mercury Capri
Production	1989–1994
Assembly	Australia: Melbourne, Victoria (Broadmeadows)
Body and chassis
Class	Sports roadster
Body style	2-door convertible
Layout	FF layout
Platform	Mazda BF
Related	Mazda 323
Powertrain
Engine	1.6 L B6-2E I4 1.6 L B6T Turbo I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,405 mm (94.7 in)[1]
Length	4,219 mm (166.1 in)[1]
Width	1,641 mm (64.6 in)[1]
Curb weight	1,048–1,130 kg (2,310–2,491 lb)[2][3]
Chronology
Successor	Ford Probe

The Ford Capri (SA30) is an automobile which was produced by Ford Australia from 1989 to 1994. The launch of the car marked a revival of the Ford Capri name, previously used by Ford of Europe from 1969 to 1986 and Ford USAs, Mercury Division, on their Fox-bodied, Mercury Capri, from 1979 to 1986.

The Australian Capri, codenamed the SA30, was an entry-level convertible, based on Mazda 323 engines and mechanicals that Ford Australia had also used in the Laser. It had a body shell designed by Ghia and an interior by ItalDesign. During development of the Capri, Mazda was developing the MX-5, a vehicle that, although considerably more expensive, was commonly considered its direct competitor.^[4] Unlike the MX-5, the Capri was a 2+2 rather than a strict two-seater.