1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 950 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
