2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 642 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
