1953 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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1953 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | B2300 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |