2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
