1977 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 329 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Taunus | Smart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 35 L |
