1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 839 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Caprice | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |