2004 Smart ForFour vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForFour | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
