1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 12 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Corvette | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
