2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | 780 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |
