1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |
