1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 9 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 262 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 763 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | AZ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
