1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
