1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Caprice | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1770 mm |
