1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
