1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 8 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 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
