1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Chante |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |