1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Express | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
