1992 Acura NSX vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Acura | MCC |
| Model | NSX | Smart |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
