2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
