2005 Smart Roadster vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster 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 Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
