2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante 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 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
