1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 622 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Midge |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
