1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 24 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 281 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Mazda Premacy
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Corvette Premacy
Year Released 1988 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5740 cc 1840 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 58 L


 

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