2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
