1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Taunus | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
