1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Samurai |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |