1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 37 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 165 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | B2500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |