1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 207 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MPV |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |