1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
