1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 507 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
