1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |