1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia 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 185 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 646 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |