1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2011 Mazda Tribute, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Tribute |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |