1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
