1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
