1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | R-100 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |