1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
