1982 Ford Escort vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Escort | Smart |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
