1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 818 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Corvette | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |
