1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 786 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
