1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 148 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Caprice | Familia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |