1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1870 mm |