2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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, 1984 Ford Laser, 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1984 Ford Laser 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. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
