1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 20 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Roadster |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |