1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 554 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
