1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Acura | Smart |
Model | Legend | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |