1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 30 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |