1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
