1990 Lada Samara vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lada | MCC |
Model | Samara | Smart |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |