1986 Ford Granada vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 640 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Granada | Smart |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
