1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
