1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 776 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.
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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Fairlane | Smart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
