2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
