1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 502 kg more than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (386 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |