1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
