1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | B2500 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |