1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | B4000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 324 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |