1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 273 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
