1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 247 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
