1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 505 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
