1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 184 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 626 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |