1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 768 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Familia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |