1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
