1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
