1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
