1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 626 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |