1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 24 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
