1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | 400 R | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
