1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 393 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 (488 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 929 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
