1982 Honda Accord vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
Because 2002 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 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Accord | Smart |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
