1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 672 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
