1989 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 600 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.
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1989 Buick Electra | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Electra | ForFour |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |