2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
