2002 Smart Roadster vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Because 2002 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 2002 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart Roadster | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
