2005 Smart ForFour vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForFour | 850 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |