1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 13 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 818 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |