1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 469 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
