2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 923 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Chante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
