1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 642 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |