1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
