1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 392 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
