1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 698 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
