1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
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1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |