1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Chante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
