2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 222 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
