1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
| Model | Cutlass | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
