1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
