1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
