2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Corvette 1976 Mazda Cosmo
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Corvette Cosmo
Year Released 2003 1976
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5664 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 485 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 65 L


 

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