1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 358 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
