1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 683 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
