1984 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Electra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1820 mm |