1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
