1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
