1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 512 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 818 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |