1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | MPV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
