1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
