1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
