1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Smart ForTwo
Make Chevrolet Smart
Model Camaro ForTwo
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3135 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 33 L


 

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