1977 Ford Escort vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 937 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2002 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Escort | Smart |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |