1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Luce |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |