2000 Smart Roadster vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
