1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 41 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Levante |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |