2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 705 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 2002 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
