1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Luce |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |