1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 8 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
