1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 902 kg more than 2006 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Caprice | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |