1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | RX-7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
