1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 422 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
