2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 514 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Montrose |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |