1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
