1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 827 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
