2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
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 RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
