2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 495 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Model F |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2240 mm |