1983 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForFour |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |