1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 28 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
