1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 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 (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 1000 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |