1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 1867 mm |