1989 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 22 L |