1992 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 290 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 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Sierra | Smart |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1810 mm |