1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | 929 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |