1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Premacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |