1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 799 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Thunderbird | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
