1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 20 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 2013 Mazda CX-09 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
