1989 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Capri | ForFour |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |