1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | Roadster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |