1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
