1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 602 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
