1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 343 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Luce |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |