1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 822 kg more than 1999 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Viper | Smart |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |
