1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1999 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 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lincoln | MCC |
Model | Continental | Smart |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |