1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda 818
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 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 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 209 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 692 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
