1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Caprice | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1870 mm |