1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 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 176 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 589 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 616 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |