2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 592 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (542 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
