1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Luce |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |