1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 267 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
