2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | R-100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |