2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 135 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2480 mm |