2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Cressida |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2650 mm |