1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
