1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 934 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
