1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 16 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 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Accord | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
