1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Luce |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |