1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 929 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
