2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
