2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
