1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 299 kg more than 1988 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1988 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | 929 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |