1980 Buick Estate vs. 1997 MCC Smart
To start off, 1997 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1997 MCC Smart. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1997 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1997 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. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1997 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 1997 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1997 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Buick | MCC |
| Model | Estate | Smart |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
