1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 636 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Familia | Corvette |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 7000 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |