2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
