1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |