1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 814 kg more than 2002 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Fairlane | Smart |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
