1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S 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 169 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
