1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 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 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Falcon | Smart |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
