2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2540 mm |
