1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Corolla | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
