2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Smart | Pontiac |
Model | ForTwo | 6000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |