1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 286 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 929 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
