1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 100 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MPV |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |