1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |