1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1275 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | Range Rover | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1867 mm |
