2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 126 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
