2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
