1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Camry | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Toyota | Smart |
Model | Camry | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1867 mm |