1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |