1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 20 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 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-05. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
