1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 611 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
