2003 Smart Roadster vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 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 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2003 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |