2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1982 Toyota Soarer 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 1982 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 1982 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |