1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Escort | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |