1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Premacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |