1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Mustang | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
