1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | 929 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |