1991 Acura Legend vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura Legend | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Acura | MCC |
Model | Legend | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |