1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 626 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1220 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 |
