1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Camaro | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1870 mm |