1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 39 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 84 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 344 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MPV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |