1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 6 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 279 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5. 2000 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
Model | Corvette | SM5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |