1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Mazda MPV is newer by 51 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | MPV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
