1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
