1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 744 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | LTD | Smart |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
