1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 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 2009 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Electra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1870 mm |
