2001 Smart ForFour vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 740 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 1989 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForFour | 740 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |