1988 Lada 2104 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Lada | MCC |
| Model | 2104 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
