2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
