1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
