1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 268 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mazda 121 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model 121 Corvette
Year Released 1979 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1402 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2500 mm


 

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