2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 307 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
