1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | 626 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |