1984 Ford GT vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | GT | Roadster |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |