1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | B2300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |