2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
