1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 34 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Levante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
