2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 301 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
