2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForTwo | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForTwo | 240 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2660 mm |