2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 156 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
