1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 509 kg more than 2006 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | Firebird | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
