1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 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 127 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |