1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Familia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |