1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 29 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Because 1977 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
